Central Executive

The Central Executive is a core part of the brain’s working memory system, responsible for managing and coordinating different mental tasks. It acts like a control center, deciding what to focus on, switching attention between tasks, and integrating information from different areas. For example, when you solve a problem or plan a step-by-step activity, the Central Executive helps organize and direct your thoughts efficiently. It doesn’t store information itself but oversees other parts of the brain involved in processing and storing data, ensuring your mental operations run smoothly and purposefully.